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5 Mar, Fri 9:00AM				Neighbourhood walk No 6: Epping to Pennant Hills
Grade:2/6		Length	8.5km	180m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Leader will be Ian Edwards. Today we walk from Epping to Pennant Hills via the Pioneers Track and Chilworth Reserve. It covers the history of Devlins Creek,  Martin Bros Quarry, First Settlers, C Tucker, Ross & Maher, Mobbs, Brick Kiln, Trunks .  The steepest climb involves about 30 steps.  Optional lunch at pub. Location: Epping Limit: 19. View

6 Mar, Sat				Como to Oatley
Grade:2/6		Length	10km		Macarthur Branch
Lyn C.
Moderate pace. Como to Oatley via Green Point, Como Bridge, Oatley Park, Jewfish Bay, Lime Kiln Bay Bushland Sanctuary. River, bay and bushland views. Ups and downs. Steps. Some unformed and uneven surfaces which may be slippery if wet. Some quiet street walking. Break off points. View

6 Mar, Sat 8:00AM				Hat Hill Canyon
Grade:4/6		Length	8km	230m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Hat Hill canyon is a spectacular and relatively easy canyon with only 3 short swims and no need of a lilo although a wetsuit is recommended.Ive tried to lead this canyon on 2 previous attempts in 2020 but the weather was against us so lets hope the sun is out for us this time. Slippery rocks and creek walking. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Mt Wilson View

7 Mar, Sun 8:30AM				Mount Kembla Tracks
Grade:3/6		Length	13km	300m	Illawarra Branch
Col M.
Starting at Mount Kembla Lookout there are 3 separate walks, Summit, Ring and Ridge Tracks. Through a variety of forests on tracks and a short section on a quiet road. Coastal and escarpment views. Location: Illawarra Escarpment SCA Limit: 16. View

7 Mar, Sun 9:00AM				Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 18
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	300m	Sydney Branch
Esther
(Fully Booked) Co-Leader Kevin Cliffe. Part of the Great South Coast Walk, a long-distance walking route along the southern coastline of New South Wales, from Bundeena on the southern fringe of Sydney, to Mallacoota, just over the border in Victoria, 660 km in total. Today we walk from Bundeena to Wattamolla. Always wanted to do the Coast Track but 28 km and 900 m elevation in one day is not your cup of tea? This is your chance to do it in 3 sections with public transport option. Take train and ferry to Bundeena Wharf. Walk to Wattamolla. Catch the shuttle from Wattamolla to Sutherland Station at end of walk. Fare is $10. Ask leader for payment details for group booking. Bundeena to Shoalhavens Steep and slippery sections. Location: Royal NP Map: Royal NP Limit: 12. View

8 Mar, Mon 9:03AM				Dantes Glen
Grade:3/6		Length	9km	300m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Fully Booked) San Jose Ave to North Lawson Trail then follow cliff top to Echo Bluff, Echo Point, Fairy Falls, Dantes Glen, Empire Pass, Frederica Falls. Take Hughes Ave track back to Lawson. Creek crossings. Steep loose fire trail section. Steep worn steps. Muddy sections. Bridge at Dantes Glen has 3 person limit. Location: Lawson Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 16. View

8 Mar, Mon 9:41AM				Pink Flannel Flowers at Mt Victoria
Grade:3/6		Length	6.5km	180m	Sydney Branch
Ian B.
We are heading to the Ikara Head Track, near Mt Victoria, to see spectacular and extensive displays of the rare pink flannel flowers that only appear after severe bushfires. Then onto Ikara Head for great views of the Gross River valley. We will be meeting at Mt Victoria Station and proceed by car to the track head. Numbers attending will be limited by the number of people offering to drive people from the station. When booking please include your phone number, emergency contact number your member number and whether you are coming by train or driving. Drivers should indicate how many passengers they can take from the station. Passengers should recompense their driver as per NPA policy. Booking essential. Some trip hazards. Location: Ikara Head Map: Mount Wilson 89301N Limit: 15. View

9 Mar, Tue 9:30AM				Bangadilly NP
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	320m	Southern Highlands Branch
Mike M
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) A circular walk in the Southern section of Bangadilly NP. Combining management tracks, walking trails & open cross country we will walk through an interesting blend of Sydney Basin & Tableland flora & also walk along a rarely visited section of the Wingecarribee River. If there are sufficient resources available, there may be an optional detour some of the walkers  that will involve an additional climb followed by a short but steep descent. Some off track and uneven surfaces. Location: Canyonleigh Map: Hanworth 89293S Limit: 15. View

9 Mar, Tue				Casula to Rooty Hill return
Grade:3/6		Length	50km		Sydney Branch
Rob G.
Cycle the M7. Approx 50 kms return. Casula to Rooty Hill return, cycle path all the way. Lunch at Rooty Hill Pub (Lone Pine Tavern). An enjoyable ride with some hills. Bring water and sun cream. No helmet, no go! View

9 Mar, Tue				Helensburgh Short Circuit
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	350m	Illawarra Branch
Adrian J.
Commence with a short steep climb from the station followed with a long, gradual descent on a variety of un-named tracks to the Hacking River. After a break, backtrack and follow the Hacking River Fire Trail and cross the river. Follow the Red Cedar circuit and return across the river. Ascend a short off-track section to pick up a variety of tracks back to Helensburgh Station. Relaxed pace. Slippery/loose conditions, river crossings. Location: Garawarra SCA and Royal NP Map: Appin 90291S and Otford 91294S View

9 Mar, Tue 9:30AM				Mt Keira Circuit
Grade:4/6		Length	12km	550m	Southern Highlands Branch
Joan L.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) From Byarong Park head up Mt Keira Ring Track. Detour to Robertson Lookout then complete the ring track back to cars. Great coastal views, rainforest and remnants of old mine. Some overgrown and steep tracks Location: Wollongong Map: Wollongong 9029-2S Limit: 15. View

10 Mar, Wed 10:00AM				Bundeena to Marley Coastal Walk
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	200m	Sydney Branch
Michael B.
Popular walk with pleasant coastal views. Bundeena, Balconies to Marley and return. A few ups and downs. Street walking and coastal cliff walk. Essential to bring plenty of water and sturdy footwear. Location: Royal NP Limit: 15. View

10 Mar, Wed				Ruin Castle via Furber Steps
Grade:4/6		Length	17km	900m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(Fully Booked) Starting at the old Katoomba Falls Kiosk, walk down Furber Steps to Federal Pass and then passing Scenic Railway to Ruin Castle Track and Ruin Castle (possibly do the full circuit) and return the same way. Will change the walk if the Golden Stairs is open by then. Cars required for car shuffle. Walk maybe cancelled if very hot weather is forecast. Steep and slippery sections, some sections of eroded track, many steps, creek crossings. Location: Katoomba Limit: 15. View

11 Mar, Thu				Port Pyrmont History Walk
Grade:1/6		Length	5km		Sydney Branch
Sandra C.
(Fully Booked) Due to popular demand - 2nd offer of this walk. On this circular walk we will visit key sites in this industrial, cultural and maritime historic area. Including, 1904 original facade Powerhouse (electric), 1867 St Bede Church, 1806 Elizabeth Macarthur favourite family picnic ground, 1877-1946 Pyrmont Tidal Baths, 1855 Paradise Quarry and the 1922 Angel of Peace WW1 Memorial. Flat foreshore walk with some up and down street walking. Return to city L1, bus or ferry. COVID safe participant numbers. Location: Pyrmont, Sydney Harbour View

11 Mar, Thu				Waterfalls of Lawson and Hazelbrook
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	400m	Illawarra Branch
Adrian J.
From Lawson Station follow paths to pick up the South Lawson Waterfall Circuit. Complete circuit visiting five waterfalls. Cross to the Hazelbrook Circuit, explore and visit more waterfalls, cascades and various pools. Finish with a walk along Terrace Falls Road to Hazelbrook Station. Relaxed pace. Slippery rocks, creek crossings, cliff edges. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Katoomba 89301S View

11 Mar, Thu				Wolli Creek – Bexley North to Tempe and beyond
Grade:2/6		Length	7km		Sydney Branch
Suzanne
A medium pace walk route along part of the Two Valley Trail party on rough walking tracks and across parklands. * Booking is mandatory. Hazards include tree roots, rocks, uneven surfaces, other tripping hazard include slips and trips after rain. Location: Wolli Creek Regional Park Limit: 10. View

13 Mar, Sat 8:30AM				Birrabang Canyon
Grade:3/6		Length	8km	220m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(Cancelled) Birrabang Canyon is a perfect canyon for beginners as it involves no abseils and no swims although you will get wet feet. The canyon has some spectacular sections as well as an interesting walk out amongst the pagodas with great views in all directions. Rock scrambling/hopping. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Mount Wilson 89301N Limit: 15. View

13 Mar, Sat				Cerberus Canyon, Cerberus Falls and Hair of the Dog Ravine
Grade:5/6		Length	10km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Half of this walk is in an unprotected area of Newnes SF; the other half is in the Blue Mountains NP. The straight boundary line, drawn by politicians, makes no sense when it comes to natural beauty. See it for yourself! Park the vehicles at the locked gate at the end of Waratah Ridge Road. Walk into and down the Hair of the Dog Ravine at GR 493 038. After exiting the ravine, make our way west to Cerberus Creek and its canyon. Go through the canyon, visiting Cerberus Falls and exit at about GR 472 038. Walk on the road back to the cars. Location: Newnes SF and Blue Mountains NP Map: Wollangambe 89312S and Rock Hill 89312N View

13 Mar, Sat 10:00AM				Neighbourhood walk No 7: Little Digger Track and Two Creeks Track
Grade:2/6		Length	7km	170m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(Date Changed) Due to heavy rain forecast on Friday, the walk is now on Saturday 13/3. Co-leader: Heather Lakiss. This pleasant walk starts from Lindfield Park and heads through the bushland to the Two Creeks Track, which it follows through the national park to, and along, Middle Harbour Creek. The walk returns to Lindfield Park via the picturesque Little Digger Track, and through a few shortcut alley ways in East Lindfield. Steep, rugged and slippery sections Map: Middle Harbour Limit: 15. View

15 Mar, Mon 9:10AM				Epping to Fullers Bridge
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	150m	Sydney Branch
Ian B.
Walking the enchanting Lane Cove Valley Track, following the Lane Cove River, through bushland to the picnic areas of the National Park. Booking essential. A few water crossings and rough track surfaces in places. Can be slippery after rain. Location: Lane Cove NP Map: Parramatta River 91303N Limit: 15. View

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